Lizardfish Charters Nearshore/Offshore
Lizardfish Charters Nearshore/Offshore
Lizardfish Charters and Island Adventures invites you to experience the stunning waters near Swansboro.
On this trip, we allow your group or family (up to 6 people) to choose how you would like to spend your 2, 4, or 6 hours on the water. You can choose from our list of services below.
Here at Lizardfish Charters and Island Adventures, we tailor our services around your group or family’s needs. Here is a list of the services we offer:
-Fishing Charter (bottom fishing, Inshore fishing, or nearshore fishing).
-Island Excursions (fishing, cast netting, shelling, finding shark’s teeth, picnicking, bird watching, swimming, snorkeling, or relaxing on an Island).
-For any services not listed, we are open to accommodate all of our customer’s needs. Please message us to inquire about any special requests.
We allow you to choose when you would like to leave and return to the docks. After booking, please get in touch with us so that you can choose/adjust the times that work best to fit your group. Children and Pets are welcome aboard!
All fishing gear/tackle will be provided, as well as bottled water. Please feel free to bring your own fishing gear and any other provisions you would like aboard our boat. Our boat is a 202 Pioneer Sportfish with plenty of cushioned seating. Our boat can carry up to 8 passengers and is equipped with all safety equipment required by the USCG, 2 coolers, a live well, an emergency toilet, and boasts a pretty awesome sound system!
A First Mate will be there to make sure everything is running smoothly. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so a 10–20% tip is customary. There’s no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing!
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (110)
+107Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
91%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
97%
Aug 7, 2025
4 Hour Nearshore/Offshore Trip
Great time!
Rick and his first mate son RJ were an incredible duo! They took us out for a 4-hour fishing tour offshore and were ready to go with all the gear and bait without an issue. After some luck, we headed back to do some inshore fishing as one of our party was getting a little seasick. Rick was great and understanding and took care of us incredibly well. Along the intercostal, we stopped and fished at the swansboro bridge and a few spots along the waterway. The two of them assisted us as we hooked a ton of croakers and sea bass and we had a great time. Wonderful captain and first mate with a good energy!
Rick and his first mate son RJ were an incredible duo! They took us out for a 4-hour fishing tour offshore and were ready to go...
Captain replied
Jul 2, 2025
4 Hour Nearshore/Offshore Trip
Terrific Day on the Water
Spending the day on the local inshore channels, rivers and sounds of the Crystal Coast was a perfect way to elevate our Emerald Isle family vacation! Despite high waves that kept us from venturing deep sea offshore, Captain Rick and First Mate RJ did a perfect job with making my family feel right at home on their well-equipped boat while navigating the beautiful waters of the area. Fishing from several different spots, we pulled in a variety of great fish including sea bass, croakers, hogfish, blue fish, lizardfish, puffer fish and even a large flounder! We capped off the day with bonus time hunting shark teeth on one of the inshore islands. Captain Rick and RJ were super friendly while working very hard to make sure our group had a fantastic time! Highly recommend Lizardfish Charters Offshore!
Spending the day on the local inshore channels, rivers and sounds of the Crystal Coast was a perfect way to elevate our Emerald...
Captain replied
Sep 19, 2025
4 Hour Nearshore/Offshore Trip
GREAT DAY!
I want to thank Capt. Rick and Capt. Kristen for showing my daughter and her husband a great time yesterday! The weather was perfect and Capt. Rick and Capt. Kristen worked very hard to find the fish! My daughter and son-in-law were impressed with their knowledge, helpfulness and all around great attitude! They are still talking about the fun they had! Thank you! I highly recommend LIZARDFISH CHARTERS!!!!
I want to thank Capt. Rick and Capt. Kristen for showing my daughter and her husband a great time yesterday! The weather was...
Jun 28, 2025
4 Hour Nearshore/Offshore Trip
June fishing trip
We had a great time fishing with the Lizardfish crew! Hope to do it again soon.
We had a great time fishing with the Lizardfish crew! Hope to do it again soon.
Captain replied
Jun 30, 2025
4 Hour Nearshore/Offshore Trip
Offshore fishing…not for me.
Even though I got sea sick the captain was nice enough to bring me back to shore and still took my boyfriend back out for the remainder of our time inshore.
Even though I got sea sick the captain was nice enough to bring me back to shore and still took my boyfriend back out for the...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (110)
+107Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
91%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
97%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great time!
4 Hour Nearshore/Offshore Trip on August 7, 2025
Rick and his first mate son RJ were an incredible duo! They took us out for a 4-hour fishing tour offshore and were ready to go with all the gear and bait without an issue. After some luck, we headed back to do some inshore fishing as one of our party was getting a little seasick. Rick was great and understanding and took care of us incredibly well. Along the intercostal, we stopped and fished at the swansboro bridge and a few spots along the waterway. The two of them assisted us as we hooked a ton of croakers and sea bass and we had a great time. Wonderful captain and first mate with a good energy!
Rick and his first mate son RJ were an incredible duo! They took us out for a 4-hour fishing tour offshore and were ready to go with all the gear and bait without an issue. After some luck, we headed back to do some inshore fishing as one of our party was getting a little seasick. Rick was great and understanding and took care of us incredibly well. Along the intercostal, we stopped and fished at the swansboro bridge and a few spots along the waterway. The two of them assisted us as we hooked...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Terrific Day on the Water
4 Hour Nearshore/Offshore Trip on July 2, 2025
Spending the day on the local inshore channels, rivers and sounds of the Crystal Coast was a perfect way to elevate our Emerald Isle family vacation! Despite high waves that kept us from venturing deep sea offshore, Captain Rick and First Mate RJ did a perfect job with making my family feel right at home on their well-equipped boat while navigating the beautiful waters of the area. Fishing from several different spots, we pulled in a variety of great fish including sea bass, croakers, hogfish, blue fish, lizardfish, puffer fish and even a large flounder! We capped off the day with bonus time hunting shark teeth on one of the inshore islands. Captain Rick and RJ were super friendly while working very hard to make sure our group had a fantastic time! Highly recommend Lizardfish Charters Offshore!
Spending the day on the local inshore channels, rivers and sounds of the Crystal Coast was a perfect way to elevate our Emerald Isle family vacation! Despite high waves that kept us from venturing deep sea offshore, Captain Rick and First Mate RJ did a perfect job with making my family feel right at home on their well-equipped boat while navigating the beautiful waters of the area. Fishing from several different spots, we pulled in a variety of great fish including sea bass, croakers, hogfish,...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
GREAT DAY!
4 Hour Nearshore/Offshore Trip on September 19, 2025
I want to thank Capt. Rick and Capt. Kristen for showing my daughter and her husband a great time yesterday! The weather was perfect and Capt. Rick and Capt. Kristen worked very hard to find the fish! My daughter and son-in-law were impressed with their knowledge, helpfulness and all around great attitude! They are still talking about the fun they had! Thank you! I highly recommend LIZARDFISH CHARTERS!!!!
I want to thank Capt. Rick and Capt. Kristen for showing my daughter and her husband a great time yesterday! The weather was perfect and Capt. Rick and Capt. Kristen worked very hard to find the fish! My daughter and son-in-law were impressed with their knowledge, helpfulness and all around great attitude! They are still talking about the fun they had! Thank you! I highly recommend LIZARDFISH CHARTERS!!!!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
June fishing trip
4 Hour Nearshore/Offshore Trip on June 28, 2025
We had a great time fishing with the Lizardfish crew! Hope to do it again soon.
We had a great time fishing with the Lizardfish crew! Hope to do it again soon.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Offshore fishing…not for me.
4 Hour Nearshore/Offshore Trip on June 30, 2025
Even though I got sea sick the captain was nice enough to bring me back to shore and still took my boyfriend back out for the remainder of our time inshore.
Even though I got sea sick the captain was nice enough to bring me back to shore and still took my boyfriend back out for the remainder of our time inshore.
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